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Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship

Public Law 111-32, the Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship, amends
the Post-9/11 GI Bill (chapter 33) to include the children of service members who
die in the line of duty after September 10, 2001. The benefit is effective August
1, 2009; the same day the Post-9/11 GI Bill takes effect.

Eligible children attending school may receive:

Full tuition and fees paid directly to the school for all public school in-state students.
For those attending private or foreign schools, benefits are capped at a statutory
minimum amount per academic year.

A monthly housing allowance.

A stipend for books and supplies.

Who is eligible? Children of active duty members of the Armed Forces who have died in the line of duty
on or after September 11, 2001 are eligible for this benefit. A child may be married
or over the age of 23 and still be eligible.

Eligible children:

Are entitled to 36 months of benefits at the 100% level

May use the benefit until his or her 33rd birthday

Are not eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Program

Rules for eligible children serving, or who have served, in the Armed Forces:

If the child is eligible under the Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty, Montgomery GI Bill
Selected Reserve, and/or the Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP), he or
she must relinquish eligibility under one of those programs to receive benefits under
Post-9/11 GI Bill.

A child's character of discharge from his or her own service does not impact eligibility
resulting from the line of duty death of a parent.

A child on active duty will receive benefits at the active duty benefit rate.

A child may qualify for up to 36 months of benefits under the Fry Scholarship Program,
and possibly another 36 months of benefits of the Post 9/11 GI Bill based on their
own service. An individual may also receive additional entitlement if another parent
transfers entitlement to the individual.

Children who have used or wish to use entitlement under Dependents’ Educational Assistance
(DEA):

If a child is eligible for the Fry Scholarship, he or she may be eligible for VA's
Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA). Although the benefits cannot be
used at the same time, a child may be eligible for up to 48 months of benefits between
the two programs.

Visit the U.S. Department of Affairs for more information.

How to apply: Go to VA's website and click on “Apply for Benefits.” Paper versions of the form
(VA Form 22-5490) may also be printed. A parent or guardian must sign the application
if the child is under age 18.

For more information, Toll-free 1-(888) GIBILL-1

University of Michigan Community College Transfer Scholarships

Award amount: varies

The University of Michigan Community College Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving
Michigan community college transfer students entering the University of Michigan.

Eligibility: Students must have significant experience attending a Michigan community college
up to and including an associate degree.

To be considered for a University of Michigan Community College Transfer Scholarship,
a student must:

Be accepted for admission and enrolled full-time at the University of Michigan. Apply
for financial aid. Follow these steps to apply:

Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the federal processor.
The FAFSA is available on the web beginning Jan. 1. Be sure to list Federal Code
002325 so that a copy will be sent to U-M.

Complete and submit the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE application. The profile is available
beginning Oct. 1. Be sure to list CSS Code 1839 so that a record will be sent to
U-M.

ABC Fundraising Volunteer Recognition Scholarship

Award amount: $2,500

Eligibility:

Complete the Volunteer Verification form.

Submit an 800- to 1,000-word essay reflecting on your fundraising experience. How
has your volunteer work shaped you into the person you are today? How do you plan
to continue your volunteer work in the future? Essays can include photos, charts,
or infographics, where appropriate.

AmericanTrucks Student Scholarship

Award amount: $2,000

Eligibility:

Must be enrolled or plan to enroll as a full-time student at a secondary vocational
school, technical institute, two-year college, or four-year university with programs
in construction management, secondary votech, or tuition-bearing apprenticeship for
the fall 2019 semester.

Must be pursuing a degree in the traditional building trades (e.g., carpentry, HVAC, electrical, or related fields of study). Students pursuing certificate
programs or apprenticeship programs are welcome to apply.

Must submit a 700- to 1,500-word essay describing who you are and how you plan to
use your education to contribute to a thriving community of trade workers who are
dedicated to a hands-on approach to knowledge development

Must include proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university.

Dr. Lynne Boyle/John Schimpf Scholarship

The Michigan Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is offering
their 2018-2019 scholarship to Michigan college and university students.

Eligibility:

Must be a resident of the state of Michigan and must maintain Michigan residency during
the course of your studies.

Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Please attach a copy of your transcript.

Your field of study must be Television, Film, Broadcast Journalism, or other related
field of study. Proof of college/university registration is required.

Submit a brief (one and one-half typed pages) personal statement about your career
and personal goals, your reason for applying for this scholarship, and the kind of
employment you hope to obtain after completing your degree.

Must submit two letters of recommendation.

Must submit a film or video compilation of your work (no longer than three minutes).

National Association of Veteran Program Administrators (NAVPA) 2018 Scholarship

Award amount: $500

The purpose of the NAVPA National Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance
to veteran, service member, and dependent students who are pursuing undergraduate,
graduate, and alternative certifiation at NAVPA member institutions.

Each applicant must meet all of the following eligibility requirements: